The Cleveland Cavaliers have another long injury report ahead of their matchup against the Brooklyn Nets.
It looks like injuries will be something the Cleveland Cavaliers have to deal with for the foreseeable future.
After multiple members of Cleveland's rotation missed its matchup against the Detroit Pistons, the Cavaliers' injury report ahead of their matchup against the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday is just as long.
Questionable: James Harden, Keon Ellis
As of Saturday evening, both James Harden and Keon Ellis are considered questionable after the Nets.
Harden is still figuring out how to play through the fractured thumb on his right hand. Kenny Atkinson said ahead of the Detroit game that Harden was having trouble dribbling, which is obviously a major issue.
Since joining the Cavs, Harden is averaging 18.9 points and 8.0 assists while shooting 49 percent from the floor and 48 percent from behind the arc in seven games.
Ellis is also dealing with a fractured finger, as he broke his left index finger on Wednesday against the Bucks. It's still unclear just how it'll affect his long-term status forward, but short-term, his status against Brooklyn is still up in the air.
Feb 20, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) dribbles against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Out: Donovan Mitchell, Dean Wade, Max Strus
Donovan Mitchell is dealing with another groin injury and has already been ruled out for the matchup against the Nets. It's still unclear how long Spida could be out, but one NBA insider believes he could miss some time.
While it's disappointing that Mitchell is missing time now, it's much more important that he's healthy for the playoffs, and that could be exactly what Cleveland is prioritizing.
Dean Wade has also been ruled out of Cleveland's matchup against the Nets with an ankle injury.
Not Listed: Dennis Schroder
It's important to note that Dennis Schroder is not on the injury report. He rolled his ankle against the Bucks and was visibly in pain in the closing minutes. The point guard was even on the injury report ahead of Friday;s gae.
It's a very good sign that Schroder isn't listed on the injury report as of now.
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